First Love - A Greyson Chance Love Story

Chapter 26

     Days went by and the time is running out about the thing in orchestra. Good thing Ethan and I are already done with our song. The lyrics and melody of the song are also done. Now all we need to do is practice. 

      Greyson and I are already doing good. We're totally okay now. Him and Amber? Erm...Greyson told me about their conversation. Amber admitted that she likes Greyson. Greyson said to her that he likes me. She's rejected. I feel sorry for her but at the same time, still annoyed. But maybe just a little. To be honest, I want Amber and I to be okay. It's kinda hard not liking someone. I think Amber's nice with her friends. I don't know... It's hard avoiding someone. 

     The day of judgement came. It's a Wednesday and all of us are excused to the 7th and 8th period because of the orchestra. Costumes are required. So a week before, Ethan and I bought our costumes. He bought a black blazer and white polo. We added a touch of romance by putting on a red rose on his clothes. Since our song is a love song, I bought myself a red dress. It's edges are cut diagonally and has sequins and ruffles. Tiffany also lend me her red stilettos to match it. We actually looked like a couple from Spain. Hahahah! 

     There are 24 of us so there are 12 pairs. Am I right? Hahaha! I and Ethan are 3rd to the last. Greyson and Amber are before us. 

     Mr. Williams told us that 2 pairs will be chosen and they'll get to perform in another school. Which is awesome. The 2 pairs will team up and make another song to compete with 7 other schools. It's a big opportunity for me. I've always wanted to perform on a stage with a single spotlight, making people smile with my own music and inspiring others. That's my ultimate goal. 

     I and Ethan are sitting next to each other. Seeing all the other pairs before us make us more nervous. All of their songs are beautiful and they were even acting a bit! It makes my knees shake a lot. I'm kinda losing hope that we'll be picked but I won't give up. I'll do my best. Even though we won't be picked, it's okay. We just need to give all our best and passion in singing the song. 

     It's already Amber and Greyson's turn. He's wearing his usual clothes. Shirt, black blazer, skinny jeans and converse. Amber's wearing a dress which is backless. It's pink and she's wearing tons of jewelries. Her shoes are gorgeous though.

     "Goodluck, Greyson!" I shouted. 

     He looked back to me. "Thank you Soph!"

     He went to the piano. Amber's in the middle with a microphone. Her blonde hair is sparking in the spotlight. They started singing. Amber's voice is pretty. Greyson's voice gives me chills. They are so good. They'll be picked. I know it. 

     "You left me down on my knees. Now it's my turn to watch you plead. I'll leave you know to your sorrows at night..."

     When they're already finished. Applause. That's all I heard. They're amazing, I admit that. They're gonna be picked. I know it (: 

     When Greyson came back to his seat, I gave him a shake in the hands. 

     "That was awesome! Congrats. Congrats, Amber."

     "Thank you, Soph." He said. "Goodluck!"

     "Thanks." Amber said.

     It's our turn to perform already. My knees are shaking. Ethan put his arm on my shoulders while walking. His guitar is on his other hand. We're ready. We can do this right. I believe in us.

     For a big twist, I'll play the guitar. And he'll play the piano. Surprised? Yes, we tried to do it. And I know this will turn out good. 

     He sat in the piano bench. I sat on the grand piano with his guitar and started strumming. 

     "Won't you read my mind? It's you that's been in mind for minutes, for days, for minutes. Haven't you noticed that it's you I adore."

     I poured my everything out. Our song is beautiful. We made this with all our hearts. With all our entire soul. It's great singing out your emotions. I don't know... Ethan's a great singer, by the way. His voice is so cold and so manly. His green eyes are so beautiful whenever I look at them. While singing, I was just looking at Greyson. His smile and those lips...amazing. He's also looking at me. Giving me a you-are-doing-great-sophie look. 

     I was singing. Walking through the stage. Ethan stopped playing the piano, he grabbed his mic and sang with me on the stage. We're so close to each other. It seems like we're so connected. I know our performance is doing good. I just hope that we'll be picked. 

     After singing, there was total silence. It seems like no one liked our performance :(

     After a second, there was shouting, whistling and clapping. I can't believe it. I thought no one liked out performance. The feeling was awesome. Words aren't enough to thank God and everyone else. A tear was hanging in my eye. I'm so happy. Thank you, Lord. Thank you. 

     Greyson shouted. "That's my Sophie!" 

     WHAAAT?